Project Information
I wanted to start making flutes and such on my turnings and after a little research this is what I came up to fit my needs. A big thanks to LJ Jim Jakosh for answering questions and for a couple cool ideas. Like the lexan top, you can make it out of wood but a clear top helps to see whats going on.
Its 15'' x 15'' x 15'' cube. Four slots cut on the sides to hold the top straight or on any angle up to 40 degrees left or right. I can router out up to a 13 1/2'' flute. A router bushing fits in the lexan top slot to guide it along. The t-track lets the t-bolts slide easily to whatever adjustment you need. I made 4 wooden knobs that will tighten the top to the sides with the t-bolts. It bolts down to the rails in the lathe just like a tool rest. I also added a stop for smaller cuts.
I'll add a few more pics below to give you a better idea how it was built.
Any questions or comments are welcomed.
I added a few more process shots below.
Its 15'' x 15'' x 15'' cube. Four slots cut on the sides to hold the top straight or on any angle up to 40 degrees left or right. I can router out up to a 13 1/2'' flute. A router bushing fits in the lexan top slot to guide it along. The t-track lets the t-bolts slide easily to whatever adjustment you need. I made 4 wooden knobs that will tighten the top to the sides with the t-bolts. It bolts down to the rails in the lathe just like a tool rest. I also added a stop for smaller cuts.
I'll add a few more pics below to give you a better idea how it was built.
Any questions or comments are welcomed.
I added a few more process shots below.